Gordonsville Veterinary Hospital
4.8 (114) 102 E Gordon Ave, Gordonsville, VA 22942, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Gordonsville Veterinary Hospital
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
We've brought our Princess Peanut (PP) to Dr. Ackerman for over 3 years now & I have nothing but extremely high praise for this organization. Everyone is very friendly and helpful and they're all exceptionally good with our little girl. (Peanut was severely traumatized & beaten by her former owners so she's always scared to death of everything, especially electrical cords & phone charging cords.) Dr. Ackerman always takes time to chat with the parents, even if it's only to tell them that their child is doing great and the staff reliably ensures that my baby is always current with her shots, etc. every time we go in to get her nails clipped. You can definitely entrust your children's care to these wonderful people!
posted: 01/12/2022
Having recently moved to the area, we were looking for a veterinarian to care for our two dogs. Dr Ackerman was wonderful - very knowledgeable, gentle, and compassionate. Highly recommend the entire Team at Gordonsville Veterinary Hospital!!!
posted: 05/14/2018
Wonderful place. Although we are in our 50's, we are first time dog owners. We got our puppy at 9 weeks old and she is now 18months old. They have done a great job with routine care as well as everything else - sprained leg, swallowed cotton ball, scratched and inflamed throat due to a bone. They love animals and it shows. They go above and beyond in their explaining things, educating and tips on dogs, training, and care. We have been well pleased.
posted: 02/26/2021
We were able to get a first appointment set for our new pup within a couple days. Before our appointment, our pup's leg was hurt. We showed up Saturday morning at 8am unannounced and was seen by Sandra who showed much care and concern for our little girl who ended up having a sprained back leg - she is fine now. We had our actual visit and were given good advice on puppy care. Every one who cared for our girl was very kind with her!
posted: 11/10/2019
Thank you all so much for taking such wonderful care of my lovely lady Brenda!! She’s such a weenie with getting her nails clipped, and the experience was perfect!! Thanks again!!!
posted: 10/31/2019